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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

A rich and decadent pie combining the flavors of chocolate and pecans, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust
  • 1 each pie crust store-bought or homemade
Filling
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans toasted if desired

Method
 

Prepare the Pie Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust in the pie dish and crimp the edges.
  2. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
Make the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  2. Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
Bake the Pie
  1. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 2gSugar: 30g

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

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